Washington Regional Introduces Newest da Vinci 5 Robotic Surgical System
Fayetteville, Ark. — Washington Regional is advancing its robotic surgery program with the newest technology
in robotic-assisted surgery, the da Vinci 5 Surgical System from Intuitive. The da Vinci 5 is designed to enhance
surgical precision and create better outcomes for patients.
Washington Regional has offered minimally invasive, robotic-assisted surgery using
da Vinci robotic systems
since 2012. Robotic surgery offers several benefits to patients, including shorter hospital stays, less pain, lower
risk of infection and faster recovery times.
The new da Vinci 5 features improvements over previous models to provide a better experience for patients and
their physician. The da Vinci 5 helps surgeons make more precise surgical movements by using technology that
includes sharper 3D imaging, dynamic tactile feedback that allows surgeons to feel the push-and-pull of surgical
instruments, and 10,000 times more computing power than previous da Vinci systems.
“Acquiring the da Vinci 5 reflects Washington Regional’s commitment to investing in technologies that benefit
our patients,” said Dr. Hollis Rogers III, a colorectal surgeon and chair of Washington Regional’s robotics
committee. “The improved features of the da Vinci 5, such as tactile feedback, mean better results for patients.
Robotic-assisted surgery has many benefits, but for years, it lacked the sense of touch. The da Vinci 5 lets
surgeons feel the pressure applied to tissue during surgery, providing us with better control which leads to a
better outcome for the patient.”
“Washington Regional has a proven record of success in robotic-assisted surgery, and we are proud to provide
patients in Northwest Arkansas with this latest technology,” said Washington Regional Chief Operating Officer
Birch Wright. “Offering minimally invasive treatment options and investing in industry-leading technology are part
of our commitment to improving the health of our communities through high quality, compassionate care.”
The da Vinci 5 Surgical System is used by physicians performing colorectal, urologic, gynecologic, thoracic and
general surgeries.